12 Mardi Gras-Inspired Recipes

Celebrate Fat Tuesday New Orleans-style with these tasty dishes

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There's no better way to celebrate Mardi Gras—the last night of celebration before Lent—than with food. In fact, Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday," which refers to the ritual eating of rich food in preparation for fasting. New Orleans, home to some of the wildest Mardi Gras celebrations, is also where Louisiana Creole and Cajun cooking originated. The melting pot cuisine combines French, Caribbean, African (as well as many other) flavors. Here, 12 delicious recipes—from spicy Shrimp Gumbo to mouthwatering Warm Chocolate Crepes—that let the good times roll.